Is your home’s aging roof finally in need of replacement? If so, you will be wondering what material you should replace it with. You are not limited to replacing the roof with the exact same material, since you’ll now have many options available to you. Here are a few things to know about using cedar roofing for your home.
Lifespan
It is likely that you want a material that will be durable, which is exactly what you get with cedar roofing. You can feel good about using cedar roofing because of it’s long warranty, often lasting between 20-25 year. However, the roof can often last much longer than that.
Expect to get as many as 60 years out of cedar roofing if you take care of the material. This includes replacing sections that have become warped, worn down, or …show more content…
In fact, it is the best insulator of all the wood roofing materials out there. You can expect your home to feel much more comfortable no matter what temperature it is outside, and see lower energy bills as well.
Aesthetics
Of course, one of the main reasons to select cedar roofing for your home is due to the look it can provide. It can help give a home a rustic feeling to it, even as the material gets older in age. The material turns into a gray and silver color that can be quite charming on the right kind of home.
If you want more information about using cedar roofing for your home, reach out to Gurrs Roofing Heating and Sheet Metal. They can assist with the installation and any repairs you may need in the future.
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